Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Alkenes

Alkenes — practice question

(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 4.1, place a circle around the alcohol functional group.

(a(ii))[1]

Deduce the molecular formula of compound A.

(b)[2]

Use Table 4.1 to complete the calculation of the relative molecular mass of $\text{C}_8\text{H}_{14}\text{O}_5$.

(c)[2]

Complete the word equation for ethanol’s complete combustion. ethanol + oxygen → .............. + ..............

(d(i))[1]

Identify the homologous series that contains ethene, propene, butene and pentene.

(d(ii))[1]

Deduce the general formula for this homologous series.

(d(iii))[1]

State the trend in the boiling point of this homologous series as the number of carbon atoms rises.

(e(i))[3]

Describe the manufacture of ethene by cracking.

(e(ii))[1]

Give a reason for cracking hydrocarbons.

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